E-Bike from the Alps to Provence – Guided Cycling Tour

In the morning, your guide will meet you to commence your biking adventure. Before setting off, he'll lead you to the park for a thorough check of everyone's bikes. Those renting bikes (at additional cost) will receive theirs at this time.

Once you're all set and satisfied with the equipment, your journey begins! The first day features an enchanting climb through picturesque fields and forests into the Champsaur Valley. This area, acting as a doorway to the Ecrins National Park, is a prelude to the grand Alpine summits. The Champsaur Valley is renowned for its 'bocage' landscape (pastured terrain interspersed with trees), and traditional Alpine farming culture, which your guide, Manu, will explain along the way.

After enjoying a pleasant descent, the route takes you along the Drac River. You'll have the opportunity to stop at a swimming lake for a refreshing dip. The day concludes with a final, awe-inspiring climb through the mountains, followed by a thrilling downhill ride back to the minibus.

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Gap
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

This day's ride is a unique journey into the Dévoluy, a limestone massif known for its untouched natural beauty. The Dévoluy mountains are a sanctuary for wildlife, and your guide will lead you along less-traveled paths, away from tourist hotspots.

Prepare to be amazed by the striking limestone cliffs and colorful Alpine meadows bustling with butterflies. The area's rich biodiversity might allow you to spot mouflon, chamois, deer, boar, and even wolves, a species that has made a permanent home here.

A highlight of this range is the Pic du Bure, the largest mountain in the area. Atop this impressive peak is one of the world's three space observatory stations, a testament to the region's pure air and minimal light pollution.

The day's route includes two uphill challenges, each followed by delightful descents. The final part of the day involves a downward traverse around the Dévoluy mountains' basin, rounding off an exhilarating day of exploration.

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Gap
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

While you won't be climbing the sheer cliffs of Céuse, famous among climbers worldwide, you will still enjoy the same awe-inspiring vistas. This mountain is not just a climbers' paradise; it also offers remarkable mountain biking trails. These routes provide stunning panoramic views of the valleys below.

Your journey will take you along forest trails that hug the mountain's contours before ascending to the plateau. Here, you'll find yourself in a spectacular, flower-rich Alpine pasture, alive with fluttering butterflies and diverse wildlife. This vibrant plateau presents a striking contrast to the dense Alpine woods and forests that lie beneath, enhancing the richness of your biking experience.

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Gap
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

This morning, after checking out from your hotel in Gap, you'll transfer all your luggage to the minibus. Today's journey connects the two accommodation bases and includes the mesmerizing Gorges de la Méouges, a 'Natura 2000' biological reserve. Here, the clear blue waters flow through rocks, creating beaches, waterfalls, and rapids.

As you ride, the scenery transforms dramatically, revealing vineyards, lavender fields, and fruit orchards abundant with apples, pears, apricots, and peaches. You'll also explore the charming medieval village of Serres, with an opportunity for a swim or sunbathing at a nearby lake.

Your destination for the day is Sisteron, the 'gateway to Provence', nestled between mountain ridges and rich in pre-Roman history. This town, with its striking citadel built into the rock, offers a fascinating place to explore. A visit to the citadel is highly recommended during your stay.

Accommodation 3* Hotel in Sisteron
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

The route briefly revisits the Buech Valley, setting the stage for the ascent of Col Saint Pierre. This climb takes you through the tranquil and untouched natural wilderness of Provence. After reaching the summit, you'll descend into the Jabron Valley. Named after the river flowing through it, this valley is a picturesque representation of rural charm, dotted with beekeepers, shepherds, goats, and, naturally, lavender fields. It offers a serene natural space, far from busy main roads, ideal for reconnecting with what's important in life.

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Sisteron
Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch

Today's goal is to traverse the striking white limestone landscape of Montagne de Lure, standing at 1826 meters. Its pale hue might remind you of eternal snow, yet you'll find no skiers here – instead, keep an eye out for paragliders and hang-gliders taking to the skies. Following in the footsteps of Jean Giono, a celebrated French author and a devotee of Provence, you'll encounter a breathtaking landscape with distant views of Mont Ventoux. This route also offers a chance to witness an extraordinary diversity of wildlife and plant life, capturing the essence of Provence's natural beauty.

Accommodation: 3* Hotel in Sisteron
Meals Breakfast and picnic lunch

On your final day, it's time to begin your journey home from Sisteron. The town has a train station, and we're here to assist you in planning your return trip, whether it's to a major TGV train station or an airport.

We hope your holiday has been a fantastic experience, filled with encounters of wonderful people and moments. May you return home with a treasure trove of beautiful memories from your adventure!

Meals: Breakfast

This is a Small-Group itinerary (min. 6 guests, max. 16 guests) with a few fixed departure dates throughout the year.

Contact us if you want to customize this itinerary, privatize this trip and choose your own departure date, or have any questions about this experience.

We can also help you plan your journey to and from Gap and Sisteron, if needed.